R&D Software Engineer / Lead Architect

US-CO-Colorado Springs

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Req #: 50873
Type: Regular
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				Overview:

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities:

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Architect to join our Realtime Oscilloscope R&D team. This role combines deep technical expertise in software architecture with leadership responsibilities. You will design and guide the development of complex software systems for next-generation oscilloscopes while leading a team of engineers to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Architectural Responsibilities

* Define and maintain the software architecture for oscilloscope platforms, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
* Collaborate with hardware, gateware, firmware, and UX teams to create integrated system designs.
* Evaluate emerging technologies and incorporate best practices into architecture decisions.
* Establish coding standards, design patterns, and development guidelines for the team.
* Drive technical reviews and ensure compliance with architectural principles.
* Champion AI development tools to accelerate and improve product security, quality, and delivery velocity.

Team Leadership

* Lead a team of software engineers to plan and prioritize team tasks, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.
* Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture.
* Act as the primary technical point of contact between the team and project stakeholders.
* Monitor team performance and aid project management in implementing continuous improvement practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

* Work closely with product management to translate requirements into technical solutions.
* Coordinate with QA and validation teams to ensure robust and reliable software.
* Communicate architectural decisions and trade-offs to stakeholders clearly.

Qualifications:

Required

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
* 10+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in an architecture or technical leadership role.
* Strong proficiency in C++ and/or C#, with experience in embedded systems or instrument control software.
* Proven experience designing complex, multi-threaded, real-time systems.
* Excellent understanding of software design patterns, system architecture, and performance optimization.
* Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing or mentoring engineers.
* Experience using AI-powered development tools (e.g., code generation, static analysis, automated testing, CI/CD optimization).

Preferred

* Experience in oscilloscope or test & measurement instrument development.
* Familiarity with hardware/software integration and low-level drivers.
* Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and frameworks for embedded or edge applications.

Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

Colorado pay range: MIN $159,570.00 - MAX $265,940.00

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

* Medical, dental and vision
* Health Savings Account
* Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Life, Accident, Disability insurance
* Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
* 401(k) Plan
* Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
* Paid Family Leave
* Discounts, Perks
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Adoption Assistance
* ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
			
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